2009 Detroit Auto Show Photos: New Cars Revealed on the Floor of Detroit

Despite a shaky economy and a rougher-than-rough 2008 for automakers, the 2009 Detroit Auto Show had some great concepts, slick sedans and plenty of EVs, hybrids and diesels. We were there for all the big reveals, clicking away. Here are our top pics from the floor of the 2009 Detroit Auto Show.

Dodge Circuit EV

Chrysler and its ENVI electric vehicle organization have produced new and improved electric drive packages in four different vehicles, including the Dodge Circuit, shown here. Chrysler said it will soon select one of these electric vehicles to be produced in 2010 for consumers.

Lincoln C Concept

The Lincoln C Concept introduces a pint-sized Lincoln that gets 43 mpg and 178 hp Ecoboost Thrust. Could this concept spawn a production-small Lincoln, aimed at younger buyers--the same buyers that are shopping at Mini stores?

Lexus HS250h

Lexus introduces the HS250h, adding yet one more vehicle to its hybrid fleet this summer. The HS250h is the first ground-up hybrid from Lexus and looks like it will be the most efficient, greenest Lexus hybrid yet.

Volvo S60

Ford is reviewing strategic options for its Volvo division, but if this concept is any indication, perhaps it should hold onto a stake of the Swedish automaker. The concept previews the all-new S60, which will bow in 2010.

Toyota Prius

With unstable fuel prices and growing concern about our environment, the Prius has more mass appeal than anyone could have imagined. We predict this third generation Prius will be the most successful yet. For more, see how the Honda Insight compares in a test drive to the 2009 Prius.

Audi Sportback Concept

As automakers race to meet tougher fuel-economy standards, sleek wagon designs--like this Audi concept that could run close to 37 mpg and still hit 60 mph in less than 7 seconds--may replace the less efficient crossover segment.

In the future, sports cars will have to provide exemplary fuel efficiency and performance in equal parts. The VW Concept BlueSport promises to squeeze low emissions, high fuel economy and scintillating performance out of a roadster.